Management skills underpin the effective day-to-day functioning of a team. They focus on administering tasks and achieving targets and goals. As a result, management encompasses the deployment and performance of human resources, financial resources, technological resources and natural resources.
Effective management is, therefore, essential for any organisation striving for success. Without it, there would be no clear direction or purpose, and employees would quickly become demotivated and disenchanted. Expectations of a manager include:
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Be a role model and a member of the management team, representing the department in informing and delivering the strategy and objectives
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Encourage and develop innovations and continuous improvement
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Have an overview of all activities within the department or team
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Provide leadership to the workforce and the coordination of activities, including identifying and implementing new opportunities
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Set clear priorities and monitor progress using the appropriate tools
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Manage gaps in performance, empowering staff to be their best selves
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Inspire staff through your communication to secure their buy-in and commitment
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Manage a budget and resources in a team or service to deliver quality outcomes
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Allocate workload equitably within the department or team, ensuring an overall balance of contribution according to the department needs
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Identify ways to continuously improve services, learn from experience and build a culture of high performance
The following opportunities exist to develop your management skills...